Surbhi Suhane, Author at Sixsigma DSI

Is Project Completion Mandatory for Six Sigma Certification?

It depends entirely on which certifying body you choose. ASQ requires at least one completed, real-world project for Black Belt certification. ASQ has no project requirement for Yellow Belt, Green Belt, or Master Black Belt candidates. IASSC requires no project...

Do Six Sigma Certifications Expire? ASQ and IASSC Rules Explained

It depends on which body certified you. ASQ’s Black Belt and Master Black Belt require renewal every three years. ASQ’s Green Belt and Yellow Belt are valid for life. IASSC certifications are recognized perpetually but carry a “Current” status...

What Is Stakeholder Mapping? Why It Matters in Six Sigma Projects

Stakeholder mapping is the process of identifying and visually analyzing everyone who affects or is affected by a project. In Six Sigma, it starts in the Define phase of DMAIC. It helps teams understand who holds power, who has high interest, and how to engage each...

Which Six Sigma Belt Is Most in Demand in 2026?

Green Belt and Black Belt certifications draw the highest employer demand in 2026. Lightcast labor analytics counted roughly 55,000 U.S. job postings in 2024 asking for Lean Six Sigma training. LinkedIn showed more than 48,000 active Six Sigma vacancies in July 2025...

How Bank of America Used Six Sigma to Save $2 Billion and Win Customers

Bank of America launched its Six Sigma program in 2001 under CEO Kenneth D. Lewis. By the end of 2003, the program generated cumulative financial benefits exceeding $2 billion. Statement errors dropped 70%. Electronic channel defects fell 88%. Customer delight scores...